Tipton IN

Our downtown serves as the most valuable economic hub and investing here will send ripple effects throughout our residential, commercial, and industrial spaces,” says Mayor Kegan Schmicker. Tipton is cultivating an environment that encourages commerce and community engagement by restoring second-story spaces for residential use and enhancing walkability through trail expansions and urban green spaces. To support this, a marketing campaign, Rooted in Opportunities, amplifies Tipton’s appeal by promoting its retail, dining, and recreational offerings. This effort is designed to attract visitors, investors, and future homeowners alike. Simultaneously, Tipton is pursuing residential developments to meet the growing demand for diverse housing options, ensuring that Tipton remains an attractive choice for professionals, families, and retirees. Tipton is not just keeping pace with change but shaping its future. With momentum building, bold plans in motion, and the leadership of Mayor Schmicker and his team, Tipton’s future will undoubtedly be bright. CULTIVATING THE CORE OF TIPTON’S REVITALIZATION STRATEGY Downtown Tipton is the heart of the community. It boasts a classic courthouse square surrounded by historic buildings, small businesses, and an expanding list of retailers and restaurants. The businesses in Tipton are now doing a fantastic job attracting visitors, and the city is giving people more reasons to stay and live there. Tipton’s strategy involves organically fostering a stronger economic ecosystem by encouraging residents to live downtown. This strategy creates natural opportunities for residents to walk to shops, dine locally, and contribute to Tipton’s economic vitality simply by residing downtown. “We’re seeing both younger and older demographics who value downtown living for its accessibility and 3 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04 TIPTON, IN

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